Course Schedule and Syllabus


Course Levels

  • Level 1: Beginner
  • Level 2: Advanced


Delivery Format: Online via Zoom (Live + Recorded)

Duration per Level: 9 months (3 semesters, 12 weeks each)

Total Credits per Level: 12 (4 credits/semester)

Total Contact Hours per Level: 180 (60 per semester; 30 in-class and 30 practice/study)

Level 1 – Beginner Track Syllabus

Focus: Foundations of Carnatic music, SGS bhajans, and SGS Raga Ragini Nada Yogamu concepts

Foundations of Carnatic Music along with primary SGS compositions

Topics: 

Abhyasa Gaanam (Carnatic music) along with primary SGS compositions, etc. Life history of Purandara Dasa


Assessment: 

Simple viva-voce, solo performance, and practical exams


Sri Swamiji’s compositions (primary to intermediate)

Topics: 

Introduction to His Holiness’s musical legacy, beginner bhajans, basic ragas, and spiritual context. Life history of Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji (selected chapters)


Assessment: 

Recorded Solo performance, theory exam in objective mode, and practical exams


Advanced SGS Bhajans + Capstone project (Junior)

Topics: 

A few advanced bhajans, public performance, community service


Final Assessment: 

Capstone event, written exam, viva-voce (Theory understanding, Swara/Shruti accuracy, Taala perfection, Compositional performance etc.)


External Assessment: 

From Telugu University


Level 2 – Advanced Track Syllabus

Focus: Mastery of SGS compositions, advanced vocal techniques, theory SGS Raga Ragini Nada Yogamu book, and community leadership

Advanced Vocal & Raga Exploration

Topics: 

Complex ragas, advanced gamakas, ensemble coordination, spiritual depth in lyrics, creative excellence


Assessment: 

Solo performance, raga analysis, lyrical interpretation, vocal techniques, and enthralling/involvement of the audience


SGS Raga Ragini Nada Yogamu & Research

Topics: 

Intermediate to deeper understanding of SGS Raga Ragini Nada Yogamu


Assessment: 

Recorded Solo performance, theory exam in objective mode, and practical exams


Leadership & Legacy

Topics: 

Organizing ensemble concerts, mentoring beginners, and global outreach strategies


Final Assessment: 

Final capstone concert, mentorship report, customization of SGS bhajans


External Assessment: 

From Telugu University